Thursday, July 1, 2010

Becky Ann : The Narrow Gauge Line

Vocal : Becky Ann
Orchester Under The Direction Of
Ernie Kemm

Spur

CP-6343 - The Narrow Gauge Line
Words And Music By E. Kemm)

CP-6344 - same (instrumental)


On July 4 1961, The Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad was designated as a U.S. National Landmark. To commemorate the authorization the city fathers hired Ernie Kemm - who in 1958 penned "Here's to Colorado," the state's official centennial song - to write a similar theme.

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Recorded in Denver, at Western Cine Recording Studio, the record features the vocal stylings of 10-year old Becky Ann Todeschi, of Durango.

Label picture and information from Pueblo City Limits. Read more HERE.



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